Green Velvet St Patricks Cupcakes (Printable Version)

Moist green velvet cupcakes with creamy vanilla frosting and festive green sprinkles for a colorful treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cupcakes

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2/3 cup buttermilk, room temperature
07 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
08 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
11 - 1 tablespoon green gel food coloring

→ Frosting

12 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
14 - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - Green sprinkles or shamrock candies for garnish (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, vinegar, and green gel food coloring until thoroughly combined.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture. Gently fold together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each approximately two-thirds full.
06 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
07 - Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
08 - Beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then vanilla extract. Continue beating until light and creamy.
09 - Once cupcakes have cooled completely, apply frosting generously using a spatula or piping bag.
10 - Top with green sprinkles or shamrock candies if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Festive and eye-catching with vibrant green color perfect for St. Patrick's Day
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients and straightforward steps
  • Moist, tender crumb with a subtle cocoa flavor that pairs beautifully with cream cheese frosting
  • Ready in under 40 minutes from start to finish
  • Vegetarian-friendly and can be adapted for dairy-free diets
02 -
  • Use gel food coloring for a vibrant green without thinning the batter
  • Ensure cream cheese and butter are fully softened for smooth, lump-free frosting
  • Don't skip the vinegar—it reacts with baking soda to create extra lift and tenderness
  • Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting
  • Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • For bakery-style swirls, use a piping bag fitted with a large star tip
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